Flounder, Cucumber, and Tomato Cold Soup
A Surprisingly Familiar Taste! Flounder, Cucumber, and Tomato Cold Soup – A Refreshing Summer Delight.
Hello everyone! This is Salnimjang. I’m currently exploring recipes featuring flounder. While flounder is best enjoyed as sashimi, I decided to incorporate its freshness into a refreshing cold soup, similar to a chilled raw fish salad (mulhoe). Imagine the delightful combination of tangy and sweet broth with tender flounder! It’s a flavor that feels both novel and comforting, like discovering a familiar taste in a new form. Start with the vibrant sweet and sour broth, and let the rich, savory notes of the flounder linger. Give this Flounder, Cucumber, and Tomato Cold Soup a try!
Main Ingredients
- 200g fresh flounder sashimi
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1 ripe tomato
- 1 stalk of scallion
Sweet & Sour Broth (Tablespoon Measurement)
- 3 cups water (approx. 600ml)
- 1 Tbsp salt
- 4 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup vinegar (approx. 100ml)
- 3 cups water (approx. 600ml)
- 1 Tbsp salt
- 4 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup vinegar (approx. 100ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash all the ingredients for the cold soup thoroughly and prepare them. Ensuring the flounder sashimi is fresh is key.
Step 2
Cut the ripe tomato into bite-sized pieces. For the cucumber, thinly julienne it to maintain a crisp texture. Finely chop the scallion to add a fresh aroma.
Step 3
Slice the flounder sashimi into strips, similar in thickness to the julienned cucumber. Handle the fish gently to prevent it from breaking apart – this is an important tip.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the delicious cold soup broth. Pour 3 cups of cold water into a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of salt, 4 tablespoons of sugar, and 1/2 cup of vinegar. Stir well until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your preference.
Step 5
In a large bowl or serving dish, combine the sliced flounder, julienned cucumber, tomato pieces, and chopped scallions. Pour the prepared sweet and sour broth over the ingredients. Finally, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and garnish with the remaining chopped scallions for a visually appealing and flavorful finish.
Step 6
Voila! Your Flounder, Cucumber, and Tomato Cold Soup is ready to be enjoyed. It’s perfect for those times when you need a refreshing meal. Enjoy!
